MALAYSIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP for International Students, Malaysia

The Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS) is an initiative by the Malaysian Government to attract the best brain from around the world to pursue advanced academic studies in Malaysia. This scholarship aims to support Malaysian Government's effort to attract, motivate and retain talented human capital from abroad.

The Malaysian International Scholarship (MIS) is an initiative by the Malaysian Government to attract the best brain from around the world to pursue advanced academic studies in Malaysia. This scholarship aims to support Malaysian Government's effort to attract, motivate and retain talented human capital from abroad.

Talented international students with excellent academic records and outstanding co-curricular backgrounds are welcomed to apply for this scholarship and further their studies in any selected and well-established Malaysian public and private universities.

This scholarship is divided into two (2) categories of study: Postgraduate and Post-doctoral Studies.

Eligibility

To be eligible for Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS), applicants must fit the following criteria:-

1. Not be more than 40 years (Postgraduate) and 45 years (Post-doctoral) of age during application.
2. Obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree applicants and for PhD candidates must possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at Masters degree level in a similar field of intended PhD study. In addition, for post-doctoral programme, the selection will be evaluated based on the number of books produced, refereed/non refereed journals, portfolio and patent copyright. The Post-Doctoral candidate must have excellent reputation in research and possesses knowledge related to the research to be carried out.
3. Took one of the following English Language Proficiency Test not more than two years before the date of application. The list of tests and minimum scores required:
   1. IELTS Academic Test with a score of at least 6.5; or
   2. TOEFL paper-based test with a score of at least 580 or computer-based test with a score of at least 230 or internet-based test with a score at least 92.
4. In excellent health condition and certified by a Certified Doctor/Medical Professional. The cost of medical examination is to be borne by the applicants.
5. Wrote a proposal that is relevant to the field of studies.
6. Has applied for and gained admission to postgraduate and post-doctoral studies in Malaysia (conditional letters of offer will be accepted at the time of application or has a confirmation of acceptance or affiliation with the Universities in Malaysia).

 Universities

• · Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
• · Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
• · Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
• · Universiti Malaya (UM)
• · Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM)
• · Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia (UIAM/IIUM)
• · Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM)
• · Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)
• · Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)
• · Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTEM)
• · Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM)
• · Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI)
• · Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT)
• · Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS)
• · Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP)
• · Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
• · Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UNIMAP)
• · Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UNISZA)
• · Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM)
• · Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)
• · Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP)
• · Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)
• · Multimedia University (MMU)
• · International Centre For Education In Islamic Finance (INCEIF)

Each scholarship consists of:-

1. Air tickets from recipient’s capital city to Malaysia
2. An approved tuition fees
3. Monthly maintenance allowance
4. Annual grant for books and internal travel
5. Medical / Health Insurance
6. Installation and Termination grant
7. Thesis allowance
8. Visa

Study Areas

Field of studies is in the following priority areas:

1. Science and Engineering
2. Agriculture and Fisheries
3. Economics and Islamic Finance
4. Information and Communication Technology
5. Biotechnology
6. Biosecurity and Food Safety
7. Infrastructure and Utility
8. Environmental Studies
9. Health not including nursing, medicine, clinical pharmacy.

* Applicants may choose any related course within the field/areas mentioned above

Selection

Applications will be considered according to the following selection criteria:-

1. High-level academic achievement
2. The quality of the research proposal and its potential contribution towards advancement of technology and human well-being.
3. Excellent communication, writing and reading skills in English Language

Conditions

1. Scholarship holder must undertake full-time studies for postgraduate and post-doctoral studies at a campus of Malaysian Universities.It is the responsibility of the scholarship holders to confirm admission to the university.
2. Scholarship holders must not change their programme during tenure of the scholarship except with written permission from their university and the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.
3. Scholarship holders must follow the approved programmes and abide by the university’s rules, regulations and codes of conduct.
4. Any suspension from the university will result in immediate suspension of award. Monthly allowances are not payable during suspension, including suspension due to illness.
5. It is the responsibility of successful candidates to apply for and meet the requirements for the issuing of an appropriate entry visa including medical examination. The offer of the scholarship does not guarantee the granting of a visa.
6. Scholarship holders must maintain satisfactory progress and good standing as stipulated by their host university and degree programme, or the scholarship will be withdrawn.
7. The scholarships are tenable in Malaysian universities and research must be carried out in Malaysia.
8. Scholarship holders are not allowed to take any paid employment during their tenure unless with written approval from the host university.

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Leiden University Excellence Scholarship programme (LExS), Netherland

For excellent Non-EU/EEA students enrolling in a Leiden University master's degree programme and for excellent students of all nationalities enrolling in a Master of Law Advanced Programme or MSc in International Relations & Diplomacy.

For whom?

LExS awards ceremony 2014

1. Non-EU/EEA students enrolling in a Leiden University master's degree programme starting September 2016 or February 2017.
   All MA, MSc and LLM programmes that are mentioned on the website Master's programmes in Leiden are eligible for LExS, but note that some programmes have a start date in September only.
   
   
2. Students of all nationalities enrolling in the Advanced Master programmes in the list below starting September 2016 or February 2017. 
   Note that the programmes listed below have a September start date only, with the exception of Advanced Studies in Air & Space Law:
    
   

   Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in Air & Space Law Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in European & International Business Law  Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in International Tax Law  Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in Public International Law  Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in International Civil & Commercial Law  Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in Law & Digital Technologies Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in European Tax Law Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in European & International Human Rights Law Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in International Children's Rights MSc in International Relations & Diplomacy

Additional requirements

1. In his or her prior academic education abroad, the applicant must have achieved excellent study results which are relevant for the programme for which the student wishes to enrol. As an indication, the student will be among the top 10% for the relevant programme followed abroad. We do not need proof of this, it is just to indicate the competitiveness of the scholarship.
   
   
2. The applicant will hold a non-EU/EEA passport and will not be eligible for support under the Dutch system of study grants and loans ("Studiefinanciering"; more information). This requirement does not apply to applicants who apply for a LExS for programmes mentioned under point 2 "For whom".
   
   
3. Scholarships will not be awarded to applicants who have already obtained a Leiden University master’s degree with the exception of students applying for a Master programme for which a specified previous Master programme or work experience is mandatory (the LLM advanced masters qualify as such).
   
   
4. Students who are granted a LExS must comply with and confirm in writing their agreement with the Rules and Regulations attached to the scholarship prior to the granting of the scholarship.

Scholarship Amount

The Leiden University Excellence Scholarship programme has three awards: 

• € 10.000 of the tuition fee
  
  
  
• € 15.000 of the tuition fee
  
  
  
• Total tuition fee minus the statutory tuition fee
  
  

The number and type of award of the scholarship depends on the budget available for each Faculty department. The type of award has no reflection on the students' academic level of excellence. Please be aware that the LExS is not a full scholarship.

Application procedure for February 2016/ September 2016 intake

 Further Information / Online Application

The Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme 2016/2017 for Pakistan

HEC invites applications from Pakistani/AJ&K nationals for the Stipendium Hungarian Scholarship Programme 2016-17, launched by the Hungarian Government under bilateral Higher Education and Scientific Exchange Programme. All awards will be made on the basis of the academic merit, quality of the research proposal, potential of the candidate, and the likely impact of the work on the development of Pakistan. The Programme is managed by the Higher Education Commission, Islamabad and the Tempus Public Foundation, Hungary.

SCHOLARSHIP TYPES

Stipendium Hungaricum scholarships are available for Pakistani students fulfilling the basic eligibility criteria and other requirements of Hungarian universities under following programs:

1.   Bachelor Degree (04 Years Degree programme after 12 years education)
2.   Master Degree (02 Years Degree programme after 16 years education)
3.   PhD Degree (03 years doctoral degree (PhD) after 18 years education)

SCOPE AND PRIORITIZED AREAS OF STUDY

  1. Undergraduate studies Bachelor (full BA or BSc programmes): In the fields of agriculture, technical

      and natural sciences

  2. Graduate programs Master (full MA or MSc programmes): In technology, engineering, economics and

      natural sciences

  3. Full PhD studies: in English language in any field of interest. Prior to commencing higher education

      studies in Hungarian, students shall take part in a one - year preparatory course at Balassi Institute or

      the host institution. The students applying for programmes in the English language shall have an

      appropriate knowledge of English at a certain level that is defined by the host Hungarian Institution.

   FINANCIAL COVERAGE/BENEFITS UNDER THE PROGRAMME:

Tuition-free education: exemption from the payment of tuition fee
    Monthly stipend:

 a. Non-degree, bachelor, master and one-tier master level: monthly HUF 40460/- (cca EUR 130) contribution to the living expenses, for 12 months a year, until the completion of studies

 b.  Doctoral level: according to the current Hungarian legislation, it is monthly HUF 100000/-(cca EUR 325) at present - for 12 months a year, until the completion of studies but the legislation is to be changed, consequently the amount is expected to be raised.

 Accommodation:

dormitory place or a contribution of HUF 30000/- to accommodation costs for the whole duration of the scholarship period

Medical insurance

health care services according to the relevant Hungarian legislation (Act No. 80 of 1997, national health insurance card) and supplementary medical insurance

Return Airfare

As per actual (Economy Class) at the time of final selection/ departure to Hungary and return ticket to Pakistan just after successful completion of degree

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS AND HOST INSTITUTIONS

The list of available study programmes and host institutions is accessible on Hungarian website click here.

Each applicant is entitled to apply for up to three different study programmes, in order of preference. After submitting the application, the order of preference cannot be changed by the applicant.



Applicants are eligible to apply for those scholarship types and study fields that are determined in the educational cooperation programmes in effect between Hungary and the HEC.

PROGRAMS OFFERED AND SUPPORTED FIELD OF STUDY

Please visit the following websites for information about the programs offered and supported field of study:
 

    http://tka.hu/international-programmes/3554/partner-countries-and-supported-study-fields

    ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

·         Applicant must be citizens of Pakistan/AJ&K.

·         Must be between the age of 18-22 for undergraduate programmes, for which they are applying for admission and the age should not exceed from 35 for candidates who are applying for postgraduate Master (18 years) & PhD programs on 01st March 2016.

·         The applicant must have completed HSSC / Intermediate or equivalent for application in 04 year Bachelor Program.

·         The applicant must have completed 16 years Bachelors / or equivalent Degree for application in postgraduate Master's (18 Years) and

·         The applicant must have completed 18 years Degree / or equivalent for application in PhD Program.

·         The applicant must fill all the fields of the Hungary Application Form and HEC application form in MS Word (Times New Roman 12 ) and no column or field should be left unfilled.

·         Certificates / Transcript/Degrees to be attached must be attested by the attesting authorities such as IBCC and HEC. Equivalence of O & A level is mandatory to be issued by IBCC.

·         Candidates have to make sure that all technical / engineering/ professional programmes they are seeking admission in, must be accredited by the respective councils / governing bodies such as PEC, PMDC etc.

·         The applicant must provide Police Clearance Certificate with his application.

·         IELTS/TOEFL scores as required, where applicable.

·         All applicants must submit medical certificate of satisfactory health condition (issued not earlier than 1 month, a written certificate from a physician to prove that the applicant does not have the following illnesses: AIDS, Hepatitis A, B, C or any other epidemic conditions)

·         Applicants must fulfill all other requirements set by host Hungarian university.

NON-ELIGIBILITY (INELIGIBILITY)

Applications will not be considered in the following cases:  

a.     Hungarian citizens (including those with dual citizenships)

b.     former Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship holders, who are re-applying for studies in the same

        cycle of education (e.g. bachelor, master, doctoral)

DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED / HOW TO APPLY

i.   Download HEC application form available at HEC website (Click Here), type the same HEC form in MS Word (Times New Roman 12) and get its printed copy already filled in and attach the payment receipt of Rs. 500/- with HEC Application form only. All payments are to be made to HEC through HBL online facility. This facility is available in all branches of Habib Bank Ltd. A separate bank Account No. 17427900133401 at HBL, H-9, Branch, Islamabad is being maintained for online transfer of fee to HEC.

ii. Tempus Public Foundation

a.  All applications shall be submitted through the online application system of Tempus Public Foundation. After registration, the applicants are able to access the application surface and upload the required documents. Please note that no applications will be accepted without the online submission and after the deadline. After applying online get its printed copies (02 sets) and attach all requisite documents with each set separately. Prepare two application sets one each in Spiral binding separately containing print out of online Hungarian application form along with all requisite documents attached with each set. To apply online please visit: http://www.tka.hu/international-programmes/2966/stipendium-hungaricum/



b.  For requisite documents to be attached in Spiral binding with online Hungarian application form, please (Click Here).



c.  HEC may conduct interviews of initially shortlisted candidates through the subject experts at HEC



d.  Incomplete applications or applications received after due date will NOT be accepted. The recommendation of nominating agency i.e. HEC will be final and binding.



e.  All applicants should note that all nominations from Pakistan will be routed via HEC. Please send two sets of Hungarian application form along-with required documents in Spiral binding and one copy of HEC application form separately on or before, 1st March, 2016 on the address given below:



The online application system opens in January 2016. The deadline for submitting the complete application package: 1st March 2016.

FOR FURTHER QUERIES

Please visit the below mentioned website for more information.

http://www.tka.hu/international-programmes/3491/frequently-asked-questions

Contact Details

Deputy Director HRD

In-charge Hungarian Scholarship Programme/FFSP

HRD Division, Higher Education Commission

Sector H-9, Islamabad.

E-mail: srshah@hec.gov.pk

Darmasiswa Scholarship Programme 2016, Indonesia

DARMASISWA is a scholarship program offered to all foreign students from countries which have diplomatic relationship with Indonesia to study Indonesian language (Bahasa Indonesia), arts, music and craft in 54 universities in Indonesia. This program was established in 1974 as part of ASEAN initiative, admitting only students from ASEAN. However, in 1976 this program was extended further to other countries. Until to date, the number of countries participating in this program is more than 111 countries and organized by the Ministry of Education and Culture (MoEC), Republic of Indonesia.

The main purpose of DARMASISWA program is to promote and increase the interest in the language and culture of Indonesia among youth of other countries. It has also been designed to provide stronger cultural links and understanding among participating countries.

• 28 December 2015 Open Registratrion Darmasiswa Scholarship Program 2016/2017
• 22 February 2016 Close Registratrion Darmasiswa Scholarship Program 2016/2017
• 30 May 2016 Announcement Selection Results & Confirmation Participants Darmasiswa Scholarship Program 2016/2017
• 17 June 2016 Deadline Confirmation Darmasiswa Scholarship Program 2016/2017
• End of August 2016 Orientation Darmasiswa Scholarship Program 2016/2017
• September 2016 – August 2017 Commencement

Ir. Suharti, M.A., Ph.D.
Head, Bureau of Planning and International Cooperation
Ministry of Education and Culture (MoEC)

Further Information / Application

The Government of Flanders Master Mind Scholarships Fellowships for Excellent Students

Master Mind Scholarships
Fellowships for Excellent Students

 academic year 2016 - 2017

The Government of Flanders has launched a new scholarship programme in 2015, Master Mind Scholarships. For the academic year 2016-2017, it awards up to 45 scholarships to outstanding Master students from all countries. The programme aims to promote the internationalization of the Flemish Higher Education, as stated in the Action Plan for Student Mobility, Brains on the Move (September 2013).

Students cannot apply directly. Applications need to be submitted by the Flemish Host Institution, in consultation with the Home Institution of the applicant.

The Home Institution of the applicant and the Flemish Host Institution should have signed a cooperation agreement.

Application Deadline is 31 March 2016

 Application form_Master Mind Scholarships_2016-2017.docx


 Guidelines_Master Mind Scholarships_2016-2017.docx

Further Information

FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship, Canada

The field of finance is changing rapidly, largely in response to regulations designed to protect market practitioners and to prevent financial crises. FINCAD has long believed that deep market knowledge, transparency and trustworthiness play a critical role in making financial markets safe for all participants.
In addition, FINCAD is keenly aware that the majority of practitioners in the capital markets industry are men, and that the trend to include more women in the industry is not as rapid as it should be.

For these reasons, FINCAD established the annual 

FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship. The goal is to encourage and support outstanding women in the field of finance, particularly relating to the use of derivatives in capital markets and/or financial risk management, and give them an opportunity to cultivate their skills and knowledge.

The FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship is an award of US$10,000 to support graduate-level studies.

The scholarship is open to women of any age and citizenship who are studying Finance in a graduate-level program.

Are you, or is someone you know, interested in applying for this scholarship? Apply today for the 2016 FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship. This opportunity is open to women of any age and citizenship who are studying Finance in an accredited graduate-level program.

Applications are due by February 26, 2016.

 

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